Danaë
a daughter of the king of Argos and mother, by Zeus disguised as a shower of gold, of Perseus.
Other words from Danaë
- Dan·a·än [dan-ee-uhn], /ˈdæn i ən/, adjective
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How to use Danaë in a sentence
Acrisius resolved, in consequence, that Danaë should never marry.
The Student's Mythology | Catherine Ann WhitePolydectes, who had persecuted Danaë in the absence of Perseus, was punished in the same manner.
The Student's Mythology | Catherine Ann WhiteThe Danaë, of which we have seen duplicates, the head excepted, he seems to have painted from an antique female torso.
The life and writings of Henry Fuseli, Volume III (of 3) | Henry FuseliIf I had the ability, I would write an opera, call it 'Danaë' and offer you the title-rôle.
The Paliser case | Edgar SaltusSo he built a high tower of brass, and imprisoned his daughter Danaë in the very highest room.
Gods and Heroes | R. E. Francillon
British Dictionary definitions for Danaë
/ (ˈdæneɪˌiː) /
Greek myth the mother of Perseus by Zeus, who came to her in prison as a shower of gold
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